Photographic Souvenir of Spain vol. I: Fountain of Cybelles in the Prado, Madrid: c. 1857
Albumen print | 31.0 x 43.0 cm (image) | RCIN 2700031
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Photograph of the fountain of Cybele, in Plaza de Cibeles, Madrid. The fountain depicts Cybele in a carriage pulled by two lions. In the right foreground there is a hand waterpump. The fountain was designed by Ventura Rodriguez (1717-85).
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
31.0 x 43.0 cm (image)
41.0 x 54.0 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
Fountain of Cybele, Madrid